Question

What is the role of Standing Committees in a Municipality?

• A. To oversee the entire city's administration
• B. To focus on specific areas
• C. To elect the President/Chairman
• D. To appoint the Chief Executive Officer

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To focus on specific areas

Municipality

• Purpose: Governs smaller cities and towns.

• Alternate Names: Municipal Council, Municipal Committee, Borough Municipality, etc.

• Establishment: By State Legislature or Parliamentary Acts.

• Composition:

• Council: Headed by a President/Chairman with executive powers.

• Vice President/Chairman: Assists the President/Chairman.

• Councillors: Elected members.

• Standing Committees: Smaller groups focusing on specific areas.

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/Chief Municipal Officer (CMO): Appointed by State Government.